Tech Jobs in Madison, WI

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Madison, WI—a city where the University of Wisconsin fuels a vibrant tech scene, offering a blend of cutting‑edge startups and established firms. The high quality of life, bike‑friendly streets, and proximity to Lake Mendota make it appealing for talent at all stages.

Tech companies range from the Microsoft campus and U.S. Bank’s data analytics hub to Northwestern Mutual’s insurtech division and Medtronic’s biomedical engineering labs. The city also hosts emerging clean‑tech firms, educational software startups, and AI research labs tied to UW.

While Madison’s cost of living remains lower than Chicago or Minneapolis—average rent $1,400 and median home price around $350,000—salaries are competitive. Transparent pay data helps candidates gauge whether a role’s compensation matches the local market and personal budget.

Compliance & Supervision Consultant

Company: Northwestern Mutual

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Northwestern Mutual is a strong, innovative, and growing company that invests in its people and makes a positive difference. As a Compliance & Supervision Consultant, you will be an integral member of the team, focusing on consulting and partnering with various areas of the home office and the field. You will work directly with field supervisors and advisors to cultivate meaningful relationships and educate them on efficient practice growth. The role involves collaborating across divisions, departments, and the enterprise on supervisory concerns, risk mitigation strategies, sales practice concerns, and trends. You will perform supervision duties, delegate work, and act as a technical expert and leader. Key duties include supervising multiple activities, providing service and consulting to field staff, communicating with partners, participating in project work, performing quality assurance reviews, and acting as a technical resource. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, minimum 6 years of relevant experience, and FINRA series 7 & 24 or series 6 & 26. Northwestern Mutual offers competitive compensation, flexible work schedules, concierge service, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

DELI-BAKERY/CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Brookfield, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Centralized Supervision Specialist

Company: Northwestern Mutual

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Northwestern Mutual is a strong, innovative, and growing company that invests in its people and makes a positive difference in communities. The company, with a history of over 160 years, is currently in an exciting phase. The role involves supervising investment and insurance business, ensuring compliance with firm policies and industry regulations, and working closely with a small number of Network Offices. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in business or finance, 2 years of experience in insurance or financial services, and Series 7 and 24 licenses. The company offers a great pay package, retirement plan, educational assistance, and more. Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

MEAT/JOURNEYMAN

Company: Kroger

Location: Sturtevant, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The job description involves performing general production work, maintaining and operating the department, and demonstrating the company's core values. Responsibilities include responding to customer needs, accurately updating temperature logs, training associates, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. The role requires effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to handle stressful situations professionally. Desired qualifications include past meat work experience, dependability, integrity, and knowledge of employment laws and food handling regulations.

Enterprise Strategy Intern, Summer 2025

Company: Northwestern Mutual

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Northwestern Mutual is a strong, innovative, and growing company that invests in its people and makes a positive difference. They offer a full-time onsite internship program from May 29, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Interns participate in professional development workshops, senior leadership Q&As, volunteer initiatives, and networking events. The Enterprise Strategy Intern will support the Enterprise Strategy function, develop materials and analysis, and collaborate with various teams. Minimum qualifications include being an incoming junior or senior, pursuing a bachelor's degree, and having a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preferred skills include critical thinking, collaboration, research, writing, presentation, attention to detail, and self-motivation. Northwestern Mutual offers competitive compensation, flexible work schedules, concierge service, comprehensive benefits, and employee resource groups.

PHARMACY/TECHNICIAN

Company: Kroger

Location: Wauwatosa, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The job description involves providing exceptional customer service, maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, and complying with regulations. Responsibilities include direct patient intervention, adhering to food safety guidelines, managing inventory, and ensuring a stellar customer experience. The role requires handling confidential information, working in a high-paced environment, and supporting company health initiatives. Qualifications include a high school diploma, ability to handle confidential information, and meeting state requirements. Desired qualifications include previous experience or EPRN familiarity. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Lead Software Engineer

Company: Northwestern Mutual

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Northwestern Mutual is seeking a Lead Software Engineer with a proven track record in solutioning, implementing, and delivering business strategy. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader with vision, capable of building an extraordinary engineering culture. They will be responsible for implementing and refining the strategy for Sales Enablement tools, including policy illustration systems and financial planning solutions. The role involves designing solutions, leading architecture design and technical oversight, developing and maintaining the product technology roadmap, and making key technical decisions. The candidate should have core programming skills in Java, Springboot, Spring Batch, React, Redux, Nodejs, and Javascript, along with experience in DevOps and Cloud technologies. Northwestern Mutual offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Night Crew Lead

Company: Kroger

Location: Stevens Point, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

STORE/NIGHT LEAD CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The job description involves creating a positive customer experience, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and supervising department functions. Key responsibilities include promoting teamwork, setting performance goals, training associates, adhering to laws and guidelines, managing inventory, ensuring food safety, and maintaining equipment. The role requires effective communication, stress management, and basic math skills. High school education or equivalent is required, with management and grocery/retail experience being preferred.

BAKERY/LEAD CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Madison, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Oracle Technology Cloud - Manager

Company: PwC

Location: Milwaukee, WI / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

PwC is offering a Manager position in their Oracle consulting practice, Technology team. The role involves designing and implementing technology solutions, helping clients define integration and conversion strategies, and building solutions with emerging technologies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience. They should possess extensive abilities in managing client needs, demonstrating consulting skills, and leading teams. Familiarity with Oracle Cloud ERP applications, Oracle Fusion Architecture, and Oracle OCI PaaS services is preferred. PwC offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $232,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Madison, WI?
<p>Madison offers a wide range of tech roles including software engineer, data scientist, product manager, cybersecurity analyst, UX/UI designer, cloud architect, and DevOps engineer. Companies such as Microsoft, U.S. Bank, Northwestern Mutual, Medtronic, and Booz Allen Hamilton regularly hire for these positions, while local startups focus on AI, clean tech, and educational software.</p>
How are remote and on‑site work trends in Madison’s tech market?
<p>Approximately 70% of tech roles in Madison support hybrid or fully remote arrangements, reflecting the city’s strong broadband infrastructure and the prevalence of co‑working spaces like CoWork Madison and The Foundry. On‑site positions remain popular for roles requiring close collaboration, such as embedded systems engineers at Medtronic or data‑engineers at U.S. Bank.</p>
Who are the major tech employers in Madison?
<p>Key employers include <strong>Microsoft</strong> (software & AI), <strong>U.S. Bank</strong> (data analytics & fintech), <strong>Northwestern Mutual</strong> (insurtech), <strong>Medtronic</strong> (biomedical engineering), <strong>Booz Allen Hamilton</strong> (consulting & cybersecurity), and <strong>Accenture</strong> (digital services). Emerging players such as <strong>EcoVadis</strong> (sustainability tech) and <strong>BioTera</strong> (biotech analytics) also contribute to the ecosystem.</p>
What salary expectations should I expect in Madison?
<p>Median salaries in Madison are competitive with the Midwest: entry‑level software engineers earn $70k–$90k, mid‑level $90k–$120k, and senior roles $120k–$160k. Data scientists average $115k, product managers $105k, and UX designers $95k. Cost‑of‑living adjustments keep these figures attractive given average rent of $1,400 and median home price $350,000.</p>
What advice do you have for relocating to Madison for tech work?
<p>Start by researching neighborhoods: Downtown for city life, East Side for proximity to UW, West Side for quieter streets, and Midtown for a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Use local housing sites like <em>MadisonHousing.org</em> and contact campus housing offices for student‑friendly options. Join Meetup groups such as <strong>Madison Tech Meetup</strong> and <strong>Women in Tech Madison</strong> to network. Consider a short visit to test the area before signing a lease, and leverage employer relocation assistance or local programs like <strong>Madison Office of Economic Development</strong> for housing and tax incentives.</p>

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